“We are now in the mountains and they are in us, kindling enthusiasm, making every nerve quiver, filling every pore and cell of us.” ― John Muir

We are always on the look out for those holidays, those weekends and extended ones too where there is a slight possibility of being in the mountains. So here, Footloose Holidays present you few treks which can be done on weekends or extended weekends.

TRIUND, HIMACHAL PRADESH (9274 ft.)

Triund hill (9274 ft) lying literally in the lap of Dhauladhar ranges, is one of the most sought after treks in Himachal Pradesh among travelers.

View of snow laden Dhauladhar ranges from Triund

A mere distance of 10 kms from Mcleodganj makes it more popular among backpackers, travelers and trekkers. Travelers have the option of choosing the starting point of trek among Mcleodganj, Bhagsu village and Dharamkot depending upon where they are staying in Mcleodganj.

Trek distance is 7 to 8 KMs from Dharamkot which is easily accessible from both Mcleodganj and Bhagsu.

camping in Triund

Camping in the wild around 10,000 feet high above sea level can definitely give you an exhilarating experience. Trekkers can also combine Indrahaar pass trek(to Chamba valley) along with Triund if looking for more adventure 🙂

View from Triund after sunset

The evenings in Triund are as beautiful as the mornings. Moon rise from behind the Dhauladhar ranges gives an spectacular sight and shouldn’t be missed if camping at Triund. Same goes with the sun rise too.

Triund in winters

Triund is an all season trek(except monsoons). Lots of cafe shops one can find open in summers and few in winters too. Theses small cafes serve maggi, coffee, ginger lemon tea, dal-rice, etc. The shops on the way to Triund and at Triund practice waste management in a very efficient way. They also sell filter water so that less plastic bottles are used. It is better to carry own water bottle and buy whenever needed.

How to reach Mcleodganj –

Take overnight train from Delhi till Pathankot and another 2-3 hours road journey by bus/cab to reach Mcleodganj.

Volvos are also available from Delhi to Mcleodganj.

TUNGNATH, UTTARAKHAND (12,073 ft)

Tungnath is the highest Shiva temple in the world located in the mountain range of Tunganath in Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand.

Tungnath Chandrashila top

Trekking to Tungnath starts from Chopta, the base camp location and also a beautiful meadow apt for camping. The trekking distance to Tungnath is 4 kms from Chopta and another one km from Tungnath will take the travelers to Chandrashila peak. The peak is located at a height of about 4,000 metres (13,000 ft) above sea level. This peak provides a spectacular view of Himalayas, especially Nandadevi, Trishul, Kedar Peak, Bandarpunch and Chaukhamba peaks.

View of Himalayan peaks from Tungnath trek

Trek Route –

trek full of snow during winters

Chopta – Tungnath – Chandrashila Peak – Tungnath – Chopta

The trek type is moderate, although trekking in winters when the trail is full of snow makes it a bit challenging and adventurous.

beautiful camping location nearby Chopta

There is no such thing as optimum number of days required for place as mesmerizing as Chopta- Tungnath, but still 3-4 days will be an apt duration for trekking and camping in Chopta – Tungnath. Tents can also be pitched at Tungnath during spring and summer seasons.

Tungnath trek in winters

Best season is all the year round (except monsoon). During winters, proper clothing and snow trekking equipments should be used for maximizing your trekking experience.

How to reach Chopta –

Delhi to Chopta – take overnight train from Delhi for Haridwar/Rishikesh and another 5-6 to reach Chopta hours by bus/cab/bike.

DAYARA BUGYAL, UTTARAKHAND (11,050 ft)

Dayara is one of the most beautiful meadow located in Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand.

View of Himalayan peaks en route Dayara Bugyal

The trek starts from Barsu, a small Garhwali village around 40 kms from Uttarkashi district. There is a well defined trail in the woods as soon as you cross Barsu village.

wild flowers with mountains in the backdrop

Deodars, Rhododendrons, wild flowers offers a picturesque sight. Although during winters, the whole trek is full of snow and sometimes it becomes difficult to identify the true trail to Bugyal in winters.

The highest point on this trek is Bakaria top(12,500 ft) and therefore it is advisable to trek till Bugyal on 1st day and to Bakaria top the 2nd day. Barnala lake and Bugyal offers numerous camping sites for pitching the tents.

Barnala lake in winters

camping in winters

Best season is all the year round (except monsoon). During winters, proper clothing and snow trekking equipments should be used for maximizing your trekking experience.

How to reach Barsu –

Delhi to Barsu – take overnight train from Delhi till Haridwar/Rishikesh and another 6-7 hours to reach Barsu(Uttarkashi) by bus/cab/bike.

NAG TIBBA TREK, UTTARAKHAND (9,915 ft)

Nag Tibba (9,915 ft) is the highest peak in the lesser Himalayan region of Uttarakhand state (Garhwal Division) and lends its name to the ‘Nag Tibba Range’ which is one of the five folds of the Himalaya. It is situated around 57 km from Mussoorie in Tehri Garhwal region of Uttarakhand.

a meadow en route Nag Tibba peak

Trek to Nag Tibba starts from Pantwari village(around 85 kms from Dehradun). The total distance of the trek is 7-8 kms and the level of trek is easy.

All the above mentioned treks are organized by Footloose Holidays. Also you can avail special discounts for an adventure filled package at our camp in Rishikesh on booking any of the above mentioned treks through Footloose Holidays.